BCS_MAIL006 - Sender is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCS_MAIL - BCS: Mail messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Sender is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BCS_MAIL006 - Sender is initial ?

  The SAP error message BCS_MAIL006: Sender is initial typically occurs in the context of the Business Communication Services (BCS) when trying to send an email or other communication. This error indicates that the sender's email address has not been properly defined or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sender Information: The sender's email address is not specified in the configuration or in the program that is attempting to send the email.
  Incorrect User Profile: The user profile may not have a valid email address assigned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the BCS configuration in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BCS_MAIL006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID that is trying to send the email.
  Check the Address tab to ensure that the email address is correctly filled in.
  
  
  
  Set Default Sender:
  
  If the email is being sent from a program or report, ensure that the sender's email address is specified in the code.
  You can set a default sender in the BCS configuration by going to transaction SCOT (SAPconnect Administration) and checking the settings for the email.
  
  
  
  Maintain BCS Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SICF and ensure that the BCS services are activated.
  Check the BCS configuration in transaction SOST to see if there are any issues with the mail sending process.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program, review the code to ensure that the sender's email address is being set correctly before the email is sent.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the email sending functionality again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on BCS and email configuration for more detailed guidance on setting up email sending in SAP.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to send emails from the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BCS_MAIL006 error and successfully send emails from your SAP system.